ARLINGTON, Va., May 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Travel season is fast approaching, and for parents of children with food allergies and asthma, a family vacation can become a huge challenge.Brigette Polmar ...

Food allergies: On the rise and, for some, life-threatening

Posted May 17, 2012, at 4:50 p.m. You probably know someone with a food allergy. Studies have shown that the prevalence of food allergies among children increased by nearly 20 percent from 1997 to 2007.

Viewpoint: Ways to protect children who have food allergies

What makes food allergies even more challenging is that trace amounts of a food allergen can cause a reaction. When they reach school age, they may wonder if their schools are making efforts to keep them safe. Another conference speaker, FAAN's medical advisor, allergist Dr. Todd Mahr, shared research about several promising clinical trials. Many of us with allergic children recognize that ...

Texas School Food Allergy Guidelines Set to Make an Impact Thanks to Efforts of Student and Family Advocates

School food allergy guidelines in Texas were published today – the result of a dedicated effort by children, parents, educators, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to ensur

WCSD Manages Students With Food Allergies

So many kids have been diagnosed with severe food allergies in our area, the Washoe County School District has come out with a 24-page policy that outlines what should be done in case a child suffers an allergic reaction.